Spinach Romaine and Strawberries with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Spinach Romaine and Strawberries Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette strikes the perfect balance between sweet, tangy, and savory. Featuring a crisp medley of spinach and romaine lettuce, this vibrant dish is elevated by juicy sliced strawberries, creamy crumbled feta, and crunchy toasted pecans. Thinly sliced red onions add a subtle sharpness, while the homemade balsamic vinaigrette—infused with olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard—ties everything together with a silky finish. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is a show-stopping side dish or a light, satisfying main course. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings, this easy, refreshing recipe is the ultimate way to highlight seasonal produce.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 4 cups Fresh spinach leaves
• 2 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup Fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 cup Pecans, toasted
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground

📝 Instructions

6 steps

1. Rinse and pat dry the spinach leaves and chopped romaine lettuce. Place them in a large salad bowl.

2. Add the sliced strawberries, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted pecans on top of the greens.

3. In a small bowl or a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.

4. Whisk together (or shake the jar) until the vinaigrette is fully emulsified and well combined.

5. Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.

6. Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, flavorful salad!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (171.2g)

Calories		311
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		27.4 g	35%
	Saturated Fat	5.0 g	25%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		12 mg	4%
Sodium		331 mg	14%
Total Carbohydrate		14.4 g	5%
	Dietary Fiber	3.8 g	13%
	Total Sugars	9.1 g
Protein		5.0 g	10%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	1%
Calcium		129 mg	10%
Iron		1.7 mg	10%
Potassium		385 mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 984 cal (76.0%%)

Protein: 80 cal (6.2%%)

Carbs: 230 cal (17.8%%)